Class A CDL Truck Driver Resume Example Douglas Companies

CLASS A CDL TRUCK DRIVER

Summary

Results-oriented Forklift Driver skilled in operating a wide range of warehouse equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

Seeking employment in a warehouse setting. Offers 3+ years of experience with pallet jack, power jack and forklift. Self-starter with strong work ethic and commitment to upholding highest quality standards in service and safety.

Hardworking Delivery Driver with 5+ years of experience in warehouse shipping and receiving, including forklift operation, merchandise loading and maintaining on-time deliveries. Detail-oriented self-starter and team player familiar with DOT regulations and order verification processes.

Skills

Production deadline management
Customer-focused
BOL knowledge
Material sourcing and distribution
Warehouse best practices
Staging and sorting
Valid Class A driver's license
Equipment operations
Deadline-driven

Computer-savvy
Physically fit and agile
Material inventory
Material handling
Materials movement
Customer service-oriented
Loading and unloading
Basic math aptitude
Safety awareness

Experience

Class A CDL Truck Driver05/2017 to 02/2020Douglas Companies Joplin, MO

Reported all incidents to fleet supervisor for recommendations for assistance and resolution.
Observed all driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining a perfect driving record over 5+ years.
Communicated effectively with dispatchers and supervisors to provide updated information on road conditions and potential hazards.
Maintained neat and professional appearance during every shift to promote positive company presence.
Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
Responded quickly to customer complaints and gathered all pertinent information to make educated decisions for remediation.
Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
Inspected vehicle prior to and after completing each shift, noting any damage or issues in detailed logs.
Logged all pertinent shift information, including driving hours and elog data on time to keep reports current.
Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment such as gas, oil, water, tires, lights, and brakes to ensure vehicles remain in proper working condition
Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
Maintained ongoing communications with fleet supervisor to keep teammates informed.
Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations
Demonstrated safe driving by observing all road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
Established long-term relationships with customers by promoting great service and engagement skills and quickly resolving issues.
Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
Conducted vehicle and equipment inspections to maintain safety and comply with laws.
Unloaded packages from delivery trucks with a dolly to customers, taking care to prevent damage to merchandise and goods.
Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
Completed efficient transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule.
Drove trucks with capacities greater than three tons, including tractor-trailer combinations, to transport and deliver products, livestock, or other materials.
Consulted with supervisors and dispatch personnel to assess situations, determine appropriate solutions and make decisions.
Used pallet jack, power jack and forklift to assist with loading and unloading vehicles and properly securing items for long road trips.
Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods each day for the route.

Forklift Operator05/2014 to 07/2017MO. EagleJoplin, MO

Inspected lifts before usage to prevent damage to all goods being lifted.
Secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
Collaborated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
Maximized team efficiency by using equipment such as forklifts and power jacks to move materials.
Transported materials to and from warehouses, production lines and packaging lines.
Removed incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
Operated with zero safety violations and consistently met deadlines for loading trailers.
Moved goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
Loaded items in optimal manner to maximize work efficiency.
Performed inventory cycle counts on a weekly basis and recorded information to warehouse superior.
Cleaned and stored all equipment at end of each shift.
Pulled and prepared product for shipment to ensure exact quantity and type of product is loaded.
Accurately received, stored and shipped products safely and efficiently.
Immediately reported any safety and quality issues, including equipment and product to management.
Operated industrial vehicles and equipment to transport goods and materials, load and unload designated trailers and route trucks.
Picked orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
Recorded count and condition of all cargo received.
Conducted monthly inventories of materials on work floor.
Rotated stock and cleared sales floor of debris.
Estimated weights, heights and centers of balance to make precise placements.
Removed empty pallets, cardboard packing and strapping and deposited items in proper receptacles.
Examined empty pallets for damage and moved pallets to proper storage areas.
Operated equipment with focus on safety and efficiency.
Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies and protocols to maintain safe and efficient operations.
Replenished pick slots with outgoing stock items according to next day's work orders.
Organized warehouse inventory in effective and efficient manner.
Cleaned and removed debris from shipping and receiving sections to prevent accidents and keep areas clear.
Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
Rotated date-sensitive inventory to front of rack and removed outdated inventory.
Transported goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations.
Acted as spotter to alert forklift driver if products were slipping or falling.
Safely operated powered equipment, including pallet jacks, power jacks and forklifts to move, locate, stack and count products.
Demonstrated knowledge of industry best practices and company protocols.
Collaborated in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
Recorded receipt of materials on drivers' paperwork.
Monitored warehouse for debris, deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
Followed duties outlined in daily inbound and outbound schedules.
Completed routine post and pre-operation inspections of forklifts and other heavy equipment.
Picked up trash, swept floor and wiped down equipment at the end of each shift.
Reviewed equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
Divided and sorted product shipments received using account information and shipping labels.
Stored and retrieved materials according to first-in/first-out principle.
Checked inbound and outbound products, inspected for damage and recorded product code dates.
Swept warehouse floors and stored equipment to maintain neat and organized workspace.
Used equipment such as loaders, hand trucks, forklifts and cranes safely.
Ensured all loads were secured on pallets.
Kept appropriate records and reports for inventory accuracy.
Tagged unmarked merchandise with item number.
Operated forklifts and other transportation vehicles to move merchandise to and from target destinations.
Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.

Delievery Driver 07/2016 to 04/2017Mo. EagleJoplin, MO

Directed efficient product loading and checked load balance to prevent on-the-road incidents.
Safely operated and maintained heavy equipment, including forklifts, stair climbers and pallet jacks.
Handled customer service complaints with utmost professionalism and knowledgeable responses to maintain trust and company loyalty.
Picked up and delivered cargo in tractor-trailer with expert knowledge of roads, highways and interstates.
Safely navigated and operated 38-foot truck to deliver over 8 deliveries per day.
Demonstrated safe driving by observing all road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
Coordinated with fleet supervisor to get delivery route information and changes.
Conducted vehicle inspections prior to and after every trip and performed minor repairs, including lights and fluids to keep truck functional.
Obtained signatures needed to complete and process all paperwork efficiently.
Reported all incidents to fleet supervisor for recommendations for assistance and resolution.
Loaded and unloaded merchandise at stores and vendor locations.
Operated delivery vehicles 5 days per week, averaging 1000 miles on road and 30 customers served.
Positioned blocks and ties around items to secure cargo during transit.
Delivered rush merchandise on tight schedules to meet customer targets.
Obtained signatures on all invoices and credits to stay on top of paperwork requirements.
Drove up to 350 miles daily using semi truck and trailer to deliver Product.
Completed pre- and post-trip truck inspections everday to report and record any defects or malfunctions.
Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes with GPS.
Grouped and routed deliveries according to designated areas to maintain efficient delivery times.
Inspected and maintained gas, oil and water levels as well as tires, lights and brakes.
Handled merchandise in accordance with product handling standards.
Unloaded packages from pallets from trucks for delivery to customers, taking care to prevent damage to merchandise and goods.
Answered customer questions regarding shipments.

Education and Training

High School Diploma05/2007Car Junction R-1Carl Junction , MO

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Douglas Companies
MO. Eagle
Mo. Eagle

School Attended

Car Junction R-1

Job Titles Held:

Class A CDL Truck Driver
Forklift Operator
Delievery Driver

Degrees

High School Diploma 05/2007

Class A CDL Truck Driver Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%

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